i have halo 2 on reserve, but i still dont see why this is such big news. Most games get "released" by the pirates way before they are for sale in stores, and its obviously not going to hurt the sales. Its still got some of the highest presale numbers in history. I do see the problem with the spoilers, but if you just dont visit halo sites, you shouldnt run in to any. i think this whole thing has gotten blown way out of proportion, and i suspect that an NTSC version will be "released" by pirates fairly soon. again, shouldnt pose a problem.